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How has he adapted to life under Zola?

He's taken the managerial change in his stride and kept his place in the side.

The midfield diamond that Zola has implemented in the last month has allowed the spirited Davis to sit in between Craig Gardner and Robert Tesche and get to grips with his opponents.

Blues have looked more solid defensively in their last couple of matches and the former Wolves man has protected the defence well in both matches.

Zola wants more ball players in the side and that's the direction in which Birmingham are heading, which could raise questions over Davis' inclusion further down the line, but for now he remains very much a key player.

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What has he said?

Speaking after his goal in the 2-1 win at Wolves last month, he said: “Every derby game I enjoy myself.

“I’m the type of player who likes to get stuck in and I like to set the tempo for the rest of the lads.

“These games are what they are.

“I thought everyone was a leader."

What have his managers said about him?

Gianfranco Zola:

"He's always been an important player for us.

"He gives more experience and more charisma on the pitch.

"He makes a big difference."

Gary Rowett:

“I think what Dave Davis has done is he has worked incredibly hard over the summer - like he always does, his fitness and strength is something you almost take for granted now because he is a terrific professional.

“And he has shown his versatility as well."

What has been the high?

The derby goals.

He enjoyed his most recent, at Wolves, celebrating in front of the South Bank before wheeling off towards the jubilant away end.

But his reaction to the equaliser against Villa back in October was something else. His sprint down the pitch, past Steve Bruce and subsequent show of strength towards the fans will long in the memory.

What has been the low?

Letting his exuberant style get the better of him to the tune of 12 yellow cards.